Practice Nurse
| Posting date: | 02 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 September 2025 |
| Location: | Wansford, PE8 6PL |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | A1881-25-0003 |
Summary
The following are the core responsibilities of the Practice Nurse. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks. This will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels. The Practice Nurse should be able to undertake the full range of treatment room duties including cervical smears, baby and travel immunisations, chronic disease management including diabetes, asthma and COPD, dressings, ECG's etc a. To assess the needs of patients ensuring the provision of healthcare is appropriate, incorporating evidence-based practice b. To implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for chronic disease patients that promote health and wellbeing c. To identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long-term conditions, preventing adverse effects to patients health d. As required, to provide routine nursing care to patients in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF e. As required, to diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions f. To request pathology services and process pathology results as required g. To oversee the provision of chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary, referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required h. To maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation i. To ensure the appropriate maintenance and use of chronic disease registers j. To ensure compliance with the practice chaperone policy k. To assist GPs with minor surgery when required